Summary
LUT University is offering a scholarship for a Doctoral Researcher position focused on experimental research and dynamic process modelling in hydrogen production. The role combines hands-on experiments with advanced process simulations as part of the EU-funded HELIA project.
Doctoral Researcher in Hydrogen Production via Metal Redox Cycles, LUT University, Finland
Designation
Doctoral Researcher
Research Area
Hydrogen Production via Metal Redox Cycles
Location
Lappeenranta, Finland
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree in energy technology, chemical engineering, process engineering, or a closely related field.
- Strong motivation to complete doctoral studies within the normative duration.
- Interest in experimental research and process modelling.
- Familiarity with thermodynamics, fluidised bed reactors, high-temperature processes, and reaction engineering is an advantage.
- Fluent in written and spoken English; Finnish skills are a plus.
Job Description
| Responsibilities |
|---|
| Conduct experimental and modelling research on hydrogen storage and transport. |
| Plan, execute, and analyze laboratory and pilot-scale experiments related to cyclic oxidation and reduction of metals for hydrogen production and storage. |
| Optimize system performance and integrate experimental work with modelling and simulation. |
| Develop dynamic process models using APROS for system analysis. |
| Study potential reuse of decommissioned circulating fluidised bed (CFB) boilers for redox-based hydrogen applications. |
| Document research results and contribute to scientific publications. |
| Participate in national and international research projects. |
| Some travel may be required. |
How to Apply
- Submit your application through the university’s online application system.
- Include the following documents in English and PDF format:
- Motivation letter (max. 1 page, A4)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Scanned copies of original bachelor’s and master’s degree certificates and transcripts of records (with translations if necessary).
For more information, contact Falah Alobaid at falah.alobaid@lut.fi.
Last Date to Apply
31 May 2026 at 23:59 (Finnish local time, UTC+3)
This scholarship offers an exciting opportunity to develop expertise in a cutting-edge research area and contribute significantly to ongoing projects in hydrogen production.
